About Ron Vlaar

Ron Peter Vlaar (born 16 February 1985) is a Dutch footballer who plays as a centre back for AZ Alkmaar in the Eredivisie, having returned to play at his first professional club.

Vlaar has been a Dutch international since 2005. He represented his country at Euro 2012 and the 2014 FIFA World Cup which he won the bronze medal. Vlaar played 32 times for the Netherlands national team and has played for and captained both Feyenoord and Aston Villa.